Kenya’s dream to host CHAN soccer event inches nearer

Kenya’s dream to host CHAN soccer event inches nearer

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As Kenya prepares to co-host the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), a delegation from the African soccer governing physique Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) led by Samson Adamu accomplished a key two-day inspection of the nation’s stadiums on Wednesday, giving a optimistic report on the readiness of Nyayo National Stadium and Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani.

With simply days to go till the eagerly anticipated draw on January 15, FKF president Hussein Mohammed expressed confidence that the ultimate touches shall be made in time, as Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania gear as much as host the distinguished event for the primary time.

Speaking to journalists instantly after the inspection, Mohammed remarked, “I’m very delighted to report that we had a very successful two-day tour of the facilities that are expected to host the upcoming CHAN competitions. We had a delegation from Caf which was comprised of various experts and I think we await now the final report. This was the final visit before the draw that is expected to be held next week and after that then the final preparation for hosting the event will take place. I think so far what we’ve seen is we’re quite encouraged with the training facilities that we have visited so far.”

He proceeded so as to add: “There’s still quite a bit of work to be done in a few of the other primary stadiums that will host the event. And I have the confidence that the contractors, government officials, all stakeholders who are involved in this process and the relevant committees will deliver on the mandate. So far, I think I can confidently say so good. There’s quite a bit of work of course, but we have a very competent and strong team to handle this particular event.”

The CHAN draw is scheduled for subsequent week on Wednesday, January 15, at Nairobi’s Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), starting at 8pm.

The biennial event, completely for gamers that includes of their home leagues, will mark a historic second as Kenya co-hosts the occasion alongside Uganda and Tanzania for the primary time. 

CAF’s go to included an evaluation of coaching services and infrastructure important for internet hosting the event.

Mohammed described the services reviewed as promising and highlighted the significance of the collaborative efforts between authorities officers, contractors and committees in assembly the required requirements.